The Harworth Brass Podcast

 THE HARWORTH BRASS PODCAST – NEW EPISODE! 🎺 We’re delighted to welcome Matt Colley to the latest episode of The Harworth Brass Podcast! In this episode, Matt talks to host Pete about his journey with Harworth Brass — from his early days in the Junior Band , making the move into the Senior Band , and eventually finding himself on the Front Row of the Cornet section . We also have some fun looking...

🎺 The Harworth Brass Podcast – Season 2, Episode 1 🎙️ Building the Future: The Story Behind the Harworth Brass Training Band Season 2 is here! 🎉 And what better way to start than by talking about one of the most exciting new chapters in the story of Harworth Brass. In this episode, Pete is joined by Margaret Rawlings , 2nd Trombone player and the driving force behind the brand-new Harworth Brass...

Episode 9 of The Harworth Brass Podcast is here — and this month we’re joined by one of the true legends of brass banding… 🎺 Richard Marshall “From the End Chair to the Conductor’s Baton” In this special two-part episode, Richard reflects on: ✨ Growing up in the brass band movement ✨ Becoming principal cornet at Hatfield aged just 11 ✨ His rise through Grimethorpe Colliery Band and Black Dyke...

In this episode of The Harworth Brass Podcast , Pete is joined by Daniel Whitt to explore a banding journey that starts in the school years and comes full circle back to Harworth Brass. In Part 1, Daniel looks back at how he first got involved with the band while still at school, sharing memories from those early rehearsals and how being part of Harworth Brass helped build his confidence both musi...

Prepare to be inspired! On this episode of The Harworth Brass Podcast , we sit down with world-renowned euphonium soloist Professor Steven Mead . From humble beginnings to stages across the globe, Steven shares his journey, stories from life on tour, his passion for teaching, and the artistry that has made him a legend in the brass world. This is an episode for anyone who loves music, dreams big,...

🎙️ Harworth Brass Podcast – Episode 6 - Slides, Valves & the Baton - Margaret Does It All Pete chats with Margaret Rawlings—2nd trombone (currently on baritone due to injury), private music tutor, band committee member, and the force behind our new training band launching this May. From how she started in music to teaching, band life, and why she’s decided to take up the baton, this episode is...

🎺 Episode 5: From Valves to Slides – Carolyne Dufley’s Brass Band Adventure Ever wondered what it’s like to move from euphonium to baritone… and then take on solo trombone ? 🎶 In this two-part episode, we sit down with Carolyne Dufley to hear about her incredible journey through the brass band world. From her first notes on the euphonium, to exploring baritone, and finally sliding into the solo...

The Harworth Brass Podcast: Episode 4 “Driving the Bass Line: Life as an Eb Bass Player & Band Trailer Hero” Episode 4 is here — and it’s a special one! This month we sit down with Tim Freebury , the powerhouse behind the band’s low end and the man who keeps Harworth Brass on the road… quite literally! Join us as we chat with Tim about: 🎵 Life holding down the foundations of the band with tho...

🎺 Episode 3: Leading from the Front – The Principal Cornet Perspective In this episode of the Harworth Brass Podcast , we sit down with Lyn Howard , our Principal Solo Cornet, Chairperson, and Safeguarding Officer , to explore what it truly means to lead from the front — both musically and organisationally. 🎶 From the thrill of performing top-note solos to the challenge of steering the band behi...

🎺 Episode 2: High Notes & Higher Duties – Life on Soprano with Darren Rogers. In this episode of the Harworth Brass Podcast , we sit down with Darren , our Soprano Cornet star, Vice-Chairman, and Safeguarding Officer. 🎶 From the thrill (and terror!) of those soaring top notes to the unseen work that keeps the band safe, organised, and ready to perform, Darren shares: The journey from first b...

“Beneath the Baton” (Musical Director Episode) 🎺 Step onto the podium with Claire, Musical Director of Harworth Brass. 🎶 Discover how a conductor inspires, motivates, and shapes the sound of a brass band. 🏆 Behind-the-scenes stories of concert day pressure and triumphant performances. 💬 Personal journey: how Claire moved from player to leading the band. 🎭 Fun anecdotes from rehearsals, concer...

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